Members Have Access to NAGC Publications

Members to NAGC can receive three publications -- Parenting for Gifted Children, Teaching for High Potential, and the academic journal, Gifted Child Quarterly. All are available through the mail and online.

UCSC strives to embrace diversity in all its forms; it strives to be an inclusive community that fosters an open, enlightened & productive environment.

Under the direction of the Executive Director of Scout and the Scout Teacher Supervisor, incumbent will develop high-quality curriculum and certify that materials adhere to state and Common Core Standards. They will also serve as a high-quality online teacher, working with students from across California and beyond.

Uses skills as a seasoned, experienced educator to resolve a wide range of K to 12 educational issues and needs assessments. Performs decision analysis and makes decisions of consequence to determine how best to provide individualized instruction to children with a wide range of learning needs. Demonstrates good judgment in application and interpretation of data, facts, procedures and policies. Receives general instructions and exercises judgment in selecting methods and techniques for classroom and instructional improvement. Uses full knowledge of course subject matter and program. Meets frequently with staff and students. Demonstrates shared leadership with experienced teachers in achieving school's goals.

The incumbent must have an educational background in Economics and hold California single-subject credential that allows them to teach AP Macroeconomics and College Prep Economics. Experience with the AP Economics courses as a teacher and an advanced degree in Economics is desirable.

Primary work location is 3175 Bowers Avenue, Santa Clara, CA 95054, and this position is approved for a telecommuting agreement. Candidates must be able to travel to the primary work location as needed.

Special Conditions:

Selected candidate will be required to pass a criminal history background check.

Current Clear cross-cultural, Language and Academic Development (CLAD) certification via California Teacher of English Learners (CTEL) or equivalent Certification.

Valid California Credential or license authorizing service in grade levels and areas assigned.

Per the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA), this position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter. The selected candidate will be required to report known or suspected child abuse or neglect as defined by CANRA and will be required to sign a Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse prior to commencing employment. CANRA Penal Codes, and related definitions, requirements, and responsibilities may be obtained here: http://www.leginfo.ca.gov/cgi-bin/displaycode?section=pen&group=11001-12000&file=11164-11174.3.

To ensure review of application materials by the hiring unit they must be submitted electronically via the Staff Employment Opportunities web site (http://jobs.ucsc.edu ) on or before the initial review date (IRD). A computer is available at the UCSC Staff Human Resources Office located at Scotts Valley Center (SVC), 100 Enterprise Way, Suite 100, Scotts Valley, CA 95066. To learn more or to request disability accommodation call 831-459-2009. Hearing impaired are encouraged to use the California Relay Service 800-735-2922. The University of California, Santa Cruz is an Equal Opportunity Employer.